MYRModel Year Report

1987 Toyota Camry

▲ Better than typical
1987 Toyota Camry
RENDERED 2026-11-01T02:18:50.915Z

This year had at least 30% fewer complaints than this model's typical year.

This verdict reflects complaint volume compared to this model's typical year. Recalls and safety issues below apply regardless of the verdict — always check them.

How is this computed?

Complaints
58
Recalls
3

Campaigns on file for 1987

Investigations
10

Opened by NHTSA

Top problem
Seat belts

34% of complaints

Complaints per year

1983: 6 complaints 1984: 8 complaints 1985: 13 complaints 1986: 33 complaints 1987: 58 complaints 1987 58 1988: 69 complaints 1989: 117 complaints 1990: 136 complaints 1991: 155 complaints 1992: 569 complaints 1993: 263 complaints 1994: 306 complaints 1995: 303 complaints 1995 1996: 417 complaints 1997: 555 complaints 1998: 600 complaints 1999: 501 complaints 2000: 454 complaints 2001: 272 complaints 2001 2002: 953 complaints 2003: 782 complaints 2004: 638 complaints 2005: 721 complaints 2006: 317 complaints 2007: 2,886 complaints 2007 2008: 933 complaints 2009: 1,294 complaints 2010: 604 complaints 2011: 599 complaints 2012: 590 complaints 2013: 274 complaints 2013 2014: 455 complaints 2015: 269 complaints 2016: 182 complaints 2017: 148 complaints 2018: 754 complaints 2019: 399 complaints 2019 2020: 275 complaints 2021: 157 complaints 2022: 62 complaints 2023: 64 complaints 2024: 52 complaints 2025: 146 complaints 2025
1983: 6 complaints 1983 1984: 8 complaints 1985: 13 complaints 1986: 33 complaints 1987: 58 complaints 1987 58 1988: 69 complaints 1989: 117 complaints 1990: 136 complaints 1991: 155 complaints 1992: 569 complaints 1992 1993: 263 complaints 1994: 306 complaints 1995: 303 complaints 1995 1996: 417 complaints 1997: 555 complaints 1998: 600 complaints 1998 1999: 501 complaints 2000: 454 complaints 2001: 272 complaints 2001 2002: 953 complaints 2003: 782 complaints 2004: 638 complaints 2004 2005: 721 complaints 2006: 317 complaints 2007: 2,886 complaints 2007 2008: 933 complaints 2009: 1,294 complaints 2010: 604 complaints 2010 2011: 599 complaints 2012: 590 complaints 2013: 274 complaints 2013 2014: 455 complaints 2015: 269 complaints 2016: 182 complaints 2016 2017: 148 complaints 2018: 754 complaints 2019: 399 complaints 2019 2020: 275 complaints 2021: 157 complaints 2022: 62 complaints 2022 2023: 64 complaints 2024: 52 complaints 2025: 146 complaints 2025
1983: 6 complaints 1983 1984: 8 complaints 1985: 13 complaints 1985 1986: 33 complaints 1987: 58 complaints 1987 58 1988: 69 complaints 1989: 117 complaints 1989 1990: 136 complaints 1991: 155 complaints 1991 1992: 569 complaints 1993: 263 complaints 1993 1994: 306 complaints 1995: 303 complaints 1995 1996: 417 complaints 1997: 555 complaints 1997 1998: 600 complaints 1999: 501 complaints 1999 2000: 454 complaints 2001: 272 complaints 2001 2002: 953 complaints 2003: 782 complaints 2003 2004: 638 complaints 2005: 721 complaints 2005 2006: 317 complaints 2007: 2,886 complaints 2007 2008: 933 complaints 2009: 1,294 complaints 2009 2010: 604 complaints 2011: 599 complaints 2011 2012: 590 complaints 2013: 274 complaints 2013 2014: 455 complaints 2015: 269 complaints 2015 2016: 182 complaints 2017: 148 complaints 2017 2018: 754 complaints 2019: 399 complaints 2019 2020: 275 complaints 2021: 157 complaints 2021 2022: 62 complaints 2023: 64 complaints 2023 2024: 52 complaints 2025: 146 complaints 2025

1987: 58 complaints

View as data table
YearComplaints
19836
19848
198513
198633
198758
198869
1989117
1990136
1991155
1992569
1993263
1994306
1995303
1996417
1997555
1998600
1999501
2000454
2001272
2002953
2003782
2004638
2005721
2006317
20072,886
2008933
20091,294
2010604
2011599
2012590
2013274
2014455
2015269
2016182
2017148
2018754
2019399
2020275
2021157
202262
202364
202452
2025146

Known problem areas

Percentages can add to more than 100% — a complaint can name more than one system.

Seat belts

34% · 20 reports

Most commonly citing webbing and buckle assembly.

FIRE
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The automatic seat belt on driver side does not retract back when door has been closed

NHTSA ODI report, 2020-12-07

The passenger seat belt experienced the same defect as stated in recall 92 v 025 000.

NHTSA ODI report, 2003-04-14

Fuel system, gasoline

21% · 12 reports

Most commonly citing tank assembly and filler pipe and cap.

FIRE
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Consumer went to gas station open the gas cap and there was a fire. Tt

NHTSA ODI report, 1995-03-24

Electrical system

12% · 7 reports

Most commonly citing front underhood and ignition.

FIRE
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Engine compartment fire, unknown source of the fire. Tt

NHTSA ODI report, 1995-11-30

Engine and engine cooling

10% · 6 reports

Most commonly citing engine and manifold/header/muffler/tail pipe.

FIRE
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My car keeps stalling out. I can smell gas most of the time.

NHTSA ODI report, 2003-04-08

Vehicle speed control

7% · 4 reports

Most commonly citing cables.

CRASHINJURY
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Tl* the contact owns a 1987 Toyota Camry. Upon starting the vehicle engine, the vehicle abnormally accelerated without driver intent. She was unable to stop the vehicle and proceeded to crash into a nearby building.

NHTSA ODI report, 2010-03-09

Vehicle was parked, put in reverse, and then drive, vehicle went open throttle position,had high idle, and then in drive, impact 6:00 and 12:00 position.…

NHTSA ODI report, 1995-10-10

Safety timeline

3 recalls · 10 investigations · oldest first

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  1. I
    1988-11-18Preliminary evaluationClosed 1989-03-22 Frnt seat lap belt jamming
  2. I
    1989-03-22Engineering analysisClosed 1989-11-16 Front lap belt jams
  3. I
    1989-12-15Preliminary evaluationClosed 1990-05-29 Passive safety belt warnin
  4. R
    1989-12-28Seat belts89V175000 Occupant release of the lap belt in a certain manner could cause the belt retractor to lock at the retracted and stowed position.

    Remedy: Replace lap belt with a redesigned belt guide.

    Check if this car was fixed →

  5. I
    1990-05-29Engineering analysisClosed 1992-02-28 Passive safety belt fails
  6. I
    1992-01-06Defect petitionClosed 1992-05-08 Automatic door lock malfunction
  7. I
    1992-05-08Engineering analysisClosed 1993-05-12 Stuck power door locks
  8. R
    1992-05-15Seat belts92V025000 Liquid spilled in the console area can penetrate to the housing of the electronic control unit for the front seat automatic seat belts. Liquid contamination of the electronic control unit can cause…

    Remedy: Install a protective cover to the electronic control unit of the automatic safety belt system.

    Check if this car was fixed →

  9. I
    1992-07-16Preliminary evaluationClosed 1992-12-18 Throttle sticking
  10. R
    1992-11-09Latches/locks/linkages92V135000 The electronic control unit (ECU) for the power door lock system can fail, causing the contacts to "Weld", and resulting in door lock solenoid damage, with failure of the door to lock or unlock…

    Remedy: Install an additional subcircuit relay control to prevent malfunction of original relays in the ECU.

    Check if this car was fixed →

  11. I
    1992-12-18Engineering analysisClosed 1994-01-31 Throttle sticking
  12. I
    1993-04-26Engineering analysisClosed 1993-09-29 Under dash fires
  13. I
    1997-04-23Engineering analysisClosed 1998-04-22 Leaking fuel tank

Buy-smart checklist

1987 Toyota Camry — pre-purchase inspection

Inspect

  • Seat belts: 20 reports on file for this year.
  • Fuel system, gasoline: 12 reports on file for this year.
  • Electrical system: 7 reports on file for this year.

Verify these recalls were completed

  • Recall 89V175000 · Seat belts
  • Recall 92V025000 · Seat belts
  • Recall 92V135000 · Latches/locks/linkages
Inspected by ______________ Date ______________

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FAQ

Is the 1987 Toyota Camry reliable?
Based on NHTSA complaint volume compared to this model's typical year, the 1987 Toyota Camry is rated "better than typical".
What are the most common problems with the 1987 Toyota Camry?
The most-reported component is seat belts, accounting for 34% of complaints on file.
How many recalls does the 1987 Toyota Camry have?
3 recalls on file for this model year.

Data updated 2026-10-31 · Complaints are unverified owner reports filed with NHTSA, not independently verified defects. Methodology.